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5 Things

Today's posts include the latest edition of Carol Brock's Notes from a Food Diva, Sold, and street interviews with some local reaction to the market's volatility.

Posted Thu, Aug 11, 2011 at 10:36 pm ET|Updated Fri, Aug 12, 2011 at 7:41 am ET

Thank god it's...you know the rest, Douglaston!

And if you're like me, and I know I am—then you probably can't wait until tomorrow's first ever .

Then for those out there in a giving mood, you won't want to miss the Deepdale Gardens Community Council's , to benefit New York Hospital.

So it’s safe to say there’s a lot going on this weekend that you won’t want to miss.

Now for today's 5 Things:

1. Yesterday, friends and family paid there last respects to , the man some say saved New York City.

2. Later this afternoon we'll have locals sound off on this week's roller coaster market ride.

3. At 8:30 a.m., Carol Brock delights with another installment of Notes From A Food Diva.

4. Don't forget to check out 'Sold' at noon.

5. Finally, they’re here—the that is—and there setting sail all weekend long at Flushing Meadow park.

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